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  • Infectious Disease
  • Accepting new patients
  • 55 years of experience
  • WK Children's Health Specialists 2032 Elizabeth Ave, Shreveport, LA 71104
  • (318) 712-0025

Brief Intro

Joseph A. Bocchini, Jr., MD, is a pediatric infectious disease specialist. He recognizes the importance of relationships with pediatric patients and their caregivers as he treats children with rare and unusual infections. Dr. Bocchini thrives bringing new medical treatments and therapies home to children in our community. His decades of experience are valuable as he treats kids with viral, bacterial and fungal infections and advances the field of pediatric medicine.  

Dr. Bocchini graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine. His medical training consisted of a pediatric residency at University of Connecticut and a fellowship in pediatric infectious disease at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. He is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases by the American Board of Pediatrics.  

Dr. Bocchini has four daughters and five grandchildren. Away from the clinic, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, travel, music and photography. 

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Johns Hopkins University Hospital - 1977

RESIDENCY

University of Connecticut Health Center - 1974

INTERNSHIP

University of Connecticut Health Center - 1971

MEDICAL SCHOOL

St. Louis University School of Medicine - 1970

UNIVERSITY

St.Peters College - 1966

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • WK Children's Health Specialists
  • 2032 Elizabeth Ave, Shreveport, LA 71104
  • Mon:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Infectious Disease

Conditions Addressed

  • Meningitis

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Tricare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Humana
  • CHAMPVA
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